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Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

From left, Tech. Sgt. Eric van Kirk, a 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron cyber warfare operator and Col. Kevin Kirsch, Cyberspace Capabilities Center commander, pause for a photo with USAF Military Auxiliary Radio System members during the AFMARS 75th anniversary event held at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Nov. 6, 2023. MARS is a network of volunteer amateur radio operators, who apply their skills and equipment to provide auxiliary communication support to the military and other government agencies. These volunteers, often referred to as “MARS members,” come from diverse backgrounds, including active-duty military personnel, veterans, and civilian amateur radio enthusiasts. They dedicate their time and resources to ensure that MARS remains a viable and effective communication tool for the DoD. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

Dr. John Bechtoldt, U.S. Air Force Military Auxiliary Radio System volunteer, reviews an informational pamphlet with USAF Tech. Sgt. Eric van Kirk, a 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron cyber warfare operator, during the AFMARS 75th anniversary event held at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Nov. 6, 2023. One of the key capabilities of MARS is its ability to operate independently of traditional communication infrastructure. In the event of a natural disaster or other large-scale emergency, conventional communication networks are inoperable MARS is able to function through the use of high-frequency radio waves, which can travel vast distances and penetrate various types of terrain and atmospheric conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

From left, Edward Finlay, U.S. Air Force Military Auxiliary Radio System volunteer and David Antry, AFMARS chief, showcase their communications capabilities to Col. Kevin Kirsch, Cyberspace Capabilities Center commander, during the AFMARS 75th anniversary event held at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Nov. 6, 2023. One advantage of MARS is its interoperability with other communication systems. MARS members are trained to use a wide range of radio equipment and communication protocols, allowing them to establish connections with military, civilian, and international communication networks. This flexibility is valuable during joint military operations and multinational disaster response efforts, where seamless communication between different organizations is essential for effective coordination and decision-making. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

A Hammarlund radio receiver with loudspeaker is permanently on display at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Nov. 6, 2023. The Military Auxiliary Radio System program, also known as MARS, was jointly formed by the Air Force and Army on Nov. 26, 1948, as a means to boost morale and provide a backup communications system during times of need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Eric van Kirk, a 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron cyber warfare operator, shares a laugh with Edward Finlay, USAF Military Auxiliary Radio System volunteer during the AFMARS 75th anniversary event held at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Nov. 6, 2023. AFMARS provides contingency communications for the Department of Defense and other U.S. Government users in support of important and diverse national security missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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A 430th Expeditionary Electronic Combat Squadron E-11A outfitted with a Battlefield Airborne Communications Node sits on the runway at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, Nov. 16, 2018. The payload allows command and control to get in contact with the troops on the ground to enable the mission accomplishment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kaylee Dubois)
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U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Benjamin Eells, a clinical nurse assigned to Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, gets fit tested for an N-95 mask while supporting the COVID response operations at University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York, Feb. 12, 2022. U.S. Northern Command, through U.S. Army North, remains committed to providing flexible Department of Defense support to the whole-of-government COVID response. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Ashleigh Maxwell)
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220214-A-BM014-305

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Sarah Cook, a registered nurse assigned to Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, comforts a patient while supporting COVID response operations at University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, New York, Feb.14, 2022. U.S. Northern Command, through U.S. Army North, remains committed to providing flexible Department of Defense support to the whole-of-government COVID response. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Ashleigh Maxwell)
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Maj. Gen. Christopher Weggeman, 24th Air Force commander, meets with Steven Wert, program executive officer for Battle Management, during a visit to Hanscom Air Force Base July 29. Weggeman met with personnel from both the Battle Management and Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence and etwork Directorates to discuss cyber-related and other topics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Walter M. Santos)
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160729-F-PD707-000

Maj. Gen. Christopher Weggeman, 24th Air Force commander, meets with Steven Wert, program executive officer for Battle Management, during a visit to Hanscom Air Force Base July 29. Weggeman met with personnel from both the Battle Management and Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence and Networks Directorates to discuss cyber-related and other topics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Walter M. Santos)
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160729-F-PD707-1000

Maj. Gen. Christopher Weggeman, 24th Air Force commander, meets with Steven Wert, program executive officer for Battle Management, during a visit to Hanscom Air Force Base July 29. Weggeman met with personnel from both the Battle Management and Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence and Networks Directorates to discuss cyber-related and other topics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Walter M. Santos)
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201120-F-VA182-1002

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor flies off the coast of Fort Lauderdale, Flo., Nov. 20, 2020. The F-22 possesses a variety of air-to-air capabilities that make it the world's most lethal and maneuverable fighter jet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Sam Eckholm)
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201105-F-WJ837-1190

An HH-60W Jolly Green II taxis Nov. 5, 2020, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The 23d Wing and 347th Rescue Group leadership received the Air Force’s first two HH-60Ws. The delivery of the new model is significant to the personnel recovery mission as it begins the transition from the predecessor, the HH-60G Pave Hawk model, which has been flown for more than 26 years. The Air Force will continue to utilize the Pave Hawk until the transition is complete. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)
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201105-F-WJ837-1062

Two HH-60W Jolly Green IIs prepare to land Nov. 5, 2020, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The 23d Wing and 347th Rescue Group leadership received the Air Force’s first two HH-60Ws. The delivery of the new model is significant to the personnel recovery mission as it begins the transition from the predecessor, the HH-60G Pave Hawk model, which has been flown for more than 26 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrea Jenkins)
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Gen. Mark Kelly takes command of ACC

Lt. Gen. Chris P. Weggeman, deputy commander of Air Combat Command, renders the first salute to Gen. Mark Kelly, the new commander of ACC, during ACC�s change of command ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2020. Kelly entered the Air Force in 1986, receiving his commission from the Air Force ROTC program at Southwest Texas State University and is also a command pilot with more than 6,000 flying hours, including over 800 combat hours in fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ericha Fitzgerald)
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Gen. Mark Kelly takes command of ACC

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr., and Gen. Mike Holmes, former commander of Air Combat Command, lead applause for Gen. Mark Kelly, the new commander of ACC, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2020. Kelly entered the Air Force in 1986, receiving his commission from the Air Force ROTC program at Southwest Texas State University and is also a command pilot with more than 6,000 flying hours, including over 800 combat hours in fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ericha Fitzgerald)
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Gen. Mark Kelly takes command of ACC

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr., returns a salute to Gen. Mark Kelly, commander of Air Combat Command, as Gen. Mike Holmes, former commander of ACC, stands at attention during ACC's change of command ceremony at the 27th Fighter Squadron hangar on Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2020. Kelly entered the Air Force in 1986, receiving his commission from the Air Force ROTC program at Southwest Texas State University and is also a command pilot with more than 6,000 flying hours, including over 800 combat hours in fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ericha Fitzgerald)
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Gen. Mark Kelly takes command of ACC

Airmen from the 633rd Air Base Wing Honor Guard present the colors, as Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr., rear left, Gen. Mike Holmes, former commander of Air Combat Command, and Gen. Mark Kelly, the new commander of ACC, salute during the national anthem during ACC�s change of command ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2020. Kelly entered the Air Force in 1986, receiving his commission from the Air Force ROTC program at Southwest Texas State University and is also a command pilot with more than 6,000 flying hours, including over 800 combat hours in fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ericha Fitzgerald)
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Gen. Mark Kelly takes command of ACC

Gen. Mark Kelly, the new commander of Air Combat Command, speaks during ACC�s change of command ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2020. Kelly took command from Gen. Mike Holmes, who retired after 39 years of service in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Nick Wilson)
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Lt. Gen. Kelly pins Fourth Star

Air Force Gen. Mark Kelly reaffirms the Oath of Office with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. during Kelly’s promotion ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 28, 2020. Kelly, the incoming commander of Air Combat Command, pinned on his fourth star in front of his family, friends and fellow Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Carlin Leslie)
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